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CPKC: Carrying 2Q24 ‘Momentum’ Into Second-Half 2024

“Our excellent second-quarter results showcase how the advantages of this unrivaled North American network are being realized,” said CPKC President and CEO Keith Creel during a financial report on July 30. The

Wabtec will supply a fleet of Evolution Series ES43ACmi locomotives to the SimFer joint venture for the Simandou high-grade iron ore project in Guinea. Pictured: A model of the unit, courtesy of Wabtec.

Wabtec Lands $277MM Order for Guinea Iron-Ore Project

Wabtec Corporation on July 30 reported receiving a $277 million order for Evolution Series ES43ACmi locomotives from SimFer, a joint venture among the government of the Republic of Guinea, Rio Tinto, and Chalco Iron Ore Holdings.

Amtrak Launches Program to Improve Washington Union Station Operations

Amtrak on July 29 announced that it is launching a program to “revitalize and improve” operations of Washington Union Station, one of the nation’s most historic and busiest multimodal hubs.

Pittsburgh Regional Transit has taken the first step to replace its fleet of 81 light rail vehicles manufactured by Siemens and CAF. (Enlightenedment at English Wikipedia)

Transit Briefs: PRT, NJT, TransLink, WMATA

Pittsburgh (Pa.) Regional Transit (PRT) is seeking a federal grant to purchase new light rail vehicles. Also, train operators and maintenance workers for New Jersey Transit’s (NJT) Hudson-Bergen Light Rail ratify a new contract; TransLink’s first real estate development in metro Vancouver is greenlighted; and Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) seeks a developer for a project at the North Bethesda Metrorail Station.

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IANA: Intermodal ‘Maintains Momentum’ in 2Q24

Total Intermodal volume for second-quarter 2024 was up 7.9% from the prior-year period, according to IANA’s (Intermodal Association of North America) latest report. It was the third consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth,

Hitachi Rail Selects ROBOZE Additive Technology for Railway Spare Parts

ROBOZE announced July 29 that its ARGO 500 solution has been chosen by Hitachi Rail to operate in the manufacturing company’s high-tech factory in Naples, Italy, and its new digital, state-of-the-art rail factory in Washington County, Md.

RailState: ‘Service Returns Through Jasper’

After the significant disruptions experienced last week, service has started to return to levels seen prior to the shutdown of CN’s main line through Jasper, according to real-time network visibility provider RailState,

2024 Women in Rail Event Focuses on Inclusivity, Allyship

Allyship and inclusivity aren’t just buzz words. They not only translate directly into the recognition of an individual’s or project’s contribution to the organization or community at large, but also mean fostering

Transit Briefs: Amtrak, Chicago RTA, TTC

Amtrak celebrates the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Also, Chicago’s Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) reports that systemwide ridership through May is up 14% year-over-year; and the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) introduces 305 Dundas all-night streetcar service.

Nico Malfara, HDR (HDR Photograph)

Nico Malfara To Lead HDR’s Transit Program in Canada

HDR has elevated Nico Malfara to leader of its transit practices in Canada. Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, he will oversee the continued growth of the firm’s established transportation consulting practice and

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